List of hackathons in Oxford, United Kingdom in 2016

Water quality is essential for good river health, the water resource in Thames catchment is of major environmental, social and economic value to South East region in England. It contributes to farming, fishing and mining as well as recreation and tourism. Knowing conditions of certain water quality indicators in advance will give water quality managers and other end users information to make better decision for their activities. The challenge is to use your coding skills to help deliver the best information to water quality experts, or make a forecast on water quality near the river you live. Building an app using big data technology to forecasts and visualize water quality.

Hack@Brookes is a 24 hour problem solving hackathon. Come to collaborate, hack and learn something new. It doesn’t matter what your background is, inspirational speakers will give you something to think about and there will be workshops for both beginners and those who are a little more in the know. Come and play!

The Accessible Music Hackathon is featuring Bela, a new embedded platform for low-latency interactive audio. The goal of the hackathon will be to create new musical instruments accessible to disabled musicians. Hacks could produce complete working instruments, or a demonstration of a concept or sensor which could be used in a variety of instruments. There will be prizes for the best hacks addressing these challenges, and best overall instrument.

ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED. Due to last-minute cancellationsa number of places are now available, on a first come first served basis.  To secure a ticket, please arrive at the venue between 1630 and 1645 on Friday 5/2 and register at the desk. Thanks!   Friday 5 February 5-9pm; Saturday 6 February 9-6pm. Cycling in this city could be a  better experience for all.  We want to be part of a process of improving it - but to make it better, we first need to understand the current experience and challenges more fully.  And for that we need information, 'data'. Join us and help to answer these questions: How do we capture data about cycling in Oxfordshire? What do we want/need to know about cycling in Oxford? And how could we capture the information we need?   See https://pedallinginnovation.wordpress.com for full details and schedule.

To launch our Building Data Exchange, this hack weekend aims to bring the built environment community together with digital innovators and entrepreneurs to unlock new data driven solutions for the management of building performance.  This hackathon is the perfect opportunity for built environment experts, entrepreneurs, technologists, developers and creative professionals to come together, share skills and build exciting new ideas.  You will be able to access and use the Building Data Exchange datasets and reports collected under the BPE programme.  This includes over 100 different projects, covering both domestic and non-domestic property with data relating to carbon neutrality and building efficiency through to ergonomics and design.  You will have 24 hours to develop, research and test your idea, before presenting to your fellow hackers and our panel of expert judges. We welcome groups and individuals to apply and attend the weekend – places are free, but limited, sign up now to secure your place.  Supported by: Innovate UK If you are unable to make the hack weekend you can still sign up for the latest news on the Building Data Exchange at www.buildingdataexchange.org.uk, and we’ll keep you posted with details of the latest news, developments, and events.  By signing up and attending the Hack weekend, you are agreeing to and deemed to have read and understood the Digital Catapult’s Terms and Conditions.  

UnituHack is bringing together students & staff to co-create technological innovations and solutions for specific challenges found in universities. This is an opportunity for all types of university staff and students who may have an idea they would like to create and improve for their own academic experience.

The Global Game Jam (GGJ) is one of the world's largest hackathons on game development. Come and explore the global creative gaming atmosphere, while taking part in the process of development, including programming, iterative design, narrative exploration and artistic expression. Don't worry if you don't know how to program, creative idea makers are also very crucial on the process of game development. Also if you are an experienced game player you can take a stab at testing the design.

The Global Game Jam (GGJ) is one of the world's largest hackathons on game development. Come and explore the global creative gaming atmosphere, while taking part in the process of development, including programming, iterative design, narrative exploration and artistic expression. Don't worry if you don't know how to program, creative idea makers are also very crucial on the process of game development. Also if you are an experienced game player you can take a stab at testing the design.

The One Hour Hackathon is designed for all those who want to get a taste of what a real hackathon is like without having to give up a whole weekend or have any skills. If you're a designer, a marketeer or even a footballer, come and join this event, practice your skills and learn what it takes to win! Once the build has ended, teams will get a few short minutes to present their ideas before a winner is chosen!

The Long Term Care Revolution Challenge is to find innovative ideas that will disrupt the current long term care institutional model. Innovate UK and The Robotics & Autonomous System Special Interest Group are hosting this workshop to find innovation within the RAS Community. The goal is to create different systems and services addressing the lifestyle needs and wishes of dependent individuals, their carers, and families.